Business and Technology
Courses
Introduction to Business and Technology
Introduction to Business and Technology Instructor
Peggy Helms
Faculty Information
Location(s)
WCMS
Department(s)
Business & Tech, CTAE
Title(s)
Instructor, 6-12, CTAE - Business & Tech, Career Exploration
Contact Information
School Email
Course Information
General Description
Introduction to Business & Technology is the foundational course for Business and Technology, Entrepreneurship, and Human Resources Management pathways. The course is designed for high school students as a gateway to the career pathways above, and provides an overview of business and technology skills required for today's business environment.
The intention of this course is to prepare students to be successful both personally and professionally in an information-based society.
Introduction to Business & Technology is a course that is appropriate for all high school students.
Standards
Certification Opportunity
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Students passing this course have the opportunity to attempt the Microsoft Certification Exam for Word administered via Certiport at no cost to them -- a $100 value. This certification demonstrates that candidates are proficient in the specific, real-world skills associated with recognized industry roles. It verifies that candidates know how to apply technical knowledge to solve today’s business challenges. Students who exceed expectations on the specialist exam are invited to attempt the expert certification exam. |
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Business and Technology
Business and Technology Instructor
Jennifer Cannon
Faculty Information
Location(s)
WCHS, Technology
Department(s)
Business & Tech, CTAE, Food Sci
Title(s)
Instructor (9-12), Nutrition and Food Science, Business and Technology, District Website Specialist
Contact Information
School Email
Course Information
General Description
Business and Technology is designed to prepare students with the knowledge and skills to be an asset to the collaborative, global, and innovative business world of today and tomorrow. Mastery use of spreadsheets and the ability to apply leadership skills to make informed business decisions will be a highlight of this course for students.
Various forms of technologies will be used to expose students to resources, software, and applications of business practices.
Business and Technology is the second course in the Business and Technology pathway in the Business Management and Administration cluster
Introduction to Business & Technology is a course that is appropriate for all high school students.
Standards
Certification Opportunity
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Students passing this course have the opportunity to attempt the Microsoft Certification Exam for Excel administered via Certiport at no cost to them -- a $100 value. This certification demonstrates that candidates are proficient in the specific, real-world skills associated with recognized industry roles. It verifies that candidates know how to apply technical knowledge to solve today’s business challenges. Students who exceed expectations on the specialist exam are invited to attempt the expert certification exam. |
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Business Communications
Business Communications Instructor
Sharon Lavender
Faculty Information
Location(s)
WCHS
Department(s)
Business & Tech, CTAE
Title(s)
Instructor, 9-12, CTAE - Business & Tech, Work-Based Learning Coordinator
Contact Information
School Email
Course Information
General Description
In Business Communications, students will explore the value of communication in their personal and professional life. The digital presence and impact of written and visual communication in a technological society will be addressed. Students will create, edit, and publish professional-appearing business documents with clear and concise communication.
Various forms of technologies will be used to expose students to resources, software, and applications of communications. Professional communication skills and practices, problemsolving, ethical and legal issues, and the impact of effective presentation skills are enhanced in this course to prepare students to be college and career ready.
Business Communications is the third course in the Business and Technology pathway in the Business Management and Administration cluster. Students enrolled in this course should have successfully completed Introduction to Business and Technology and Business and Technology.
Standards
Certification Opportunity
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Students passing this course have the opportunity to attempt the Microsoft Certification Exam for PowerPoint administered via Certiport at no cost to them -- a $100 value. This certification demonstrates that candidates are proficient in the specific, real-world skills associated with recognized industry roles. It verifies that candidates know how to apply technical knowledge to solve today’s business challenges. |
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Work-Based Learning
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Students wishing to enroll in the Work-Based Learning program are strongly encouraged to enroll in the Business Communications course in either their junior or senior year. |
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